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Job Description Summary Working at GE Aerospace means you are bringing your unique perspective, innovative spirit, drive, and curiosity to a collaborative and diverse team working to advance aerospace for future generations. If you have ideas, we will listen. Join us and see your ideas take flight! Engineering is at the center of what we do, and we are looking for talented, innovative engineers who can help us design and develop products for today, tomorrow, and in the future. If you are a dreamer, doer, and inventor who wants your voice to be heard and see your ideas take flight, this is the opportunity for you. Location: Grand Rapids, MI This position, which offers a blend of onsite and hybrid work arrangements, is based in Grand Rapids and necessitates a presence in the office for 2-3 days each week. An extensive corporate relocation package is also available for eligible candidates. Job Description The Advanced Lead Engineer - Embedded Software Development is a pivotal role within the aerospace sector, dedicated to the design, development, and testing of embedded software (firmware), platforms, and systems. This position demands a comprehensive understanding of the hardware's characteristics, the real-time functions it must perform, and the capability to architect, develop, implement, and rigorously test the software logic required for these functionalities. The role encompasses working on devices that control critical physical components such as motors, alternators, engines, valves, and fans, among others. Role and Responsibilities: Design and Development: Architect and develop modules, components, features, or entire embedded software products. This includes areas such as networks, operating systems, cybersecurity, databases, or applications. Technical Expertise: Leverage in-depth knowledge and technical expertise to execute policy/strategy, contributing to the Multi-Generational Technology Plan (MGTP) / Multi-Generational Product (Development) Plan (MGPP). Problem Solving: Analyze and resolve complex problems with a proven track record of achieving cost/schedule targets. Propose solutions outside of set parameters with guidance, utilizing technical skills and analytic thinking. Leadership: Serve as an individual contributor with exceptional interpersonal skills or an early people leader, capable of hiring and developing talent. Provide informal guidance to new team members. Technical Skills: Experience with embedded software development tools and environments (e.g., debuggers, emulators, compilers). Knowledge of hardware-software integration and experience with microcontrollers, microprocessors, and FPGA-based systems. Familiarity with communication protocols (e.g., CAN, ARINC 429, MIL-STD-1553). Understanding of software development lifecycle and methodologies (e.g., Agile, V-Model). Proficiency in programming languages such as C, Scripting languages like python, pearl (dated) and shell scripting. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college, or a high school diploma/GED with at least 6 years of experience in Engineering and Technology. 5 years of experience in programming embedded software. 3 years of experience with C/ADA programming languages. Reside in or Relocate to Grand Rapids, MI is required (An extensive corporate relocation package is also available for eligible candidates). Eligibility Requirement (s): This position requires U.S. citizenship status.
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